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Tèxtil Cafè
Hidden down a tiny side
street, in one of the loveliest
Gothic squares in the old city, is
this delightful café. There is a
bright terrace, comfy sofas and a
range of international magazines
and newspapers to browse
through. It is perfect for coffee,
cakes, light meals or a romantic
drink in the evening.
See p78.
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Cafè de l'Òpera
Nestled in a sun-splashed
medieval courtyard, this soothing
café offers a cheery respite from
the outside world. Tuck into the
amanida tèxtil
, with goat's cheese,
artichokes and leafy greens, or
international fusion favourites,
from
baba ganoush
to couscous.
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C/Montcada 12
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Map P4
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Closed Mon
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Bar Lobo
This chic café is a popular
brunch spot during the day, but it
really comes alive in the evenings.
From Thursday to Saturday, the
second floor becomes a hip club,
with guest DJs and a chill-out
space
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Pintor Fortuny, 3
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Map Q4
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93 481 53 46
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Closed Sun eve and for
occasional events
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DA
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Madame Jasmine
Kick back at this elegant, late
19th-century café while being
tended to by vested
cambrers
(waiters). This former
xocolateria
(confectionary café) - named
after the Liceu opera house
opposite - still serves fine gooey
delights such as
xurros amb
xocolata
(strips of fried dough with
thick chocolate). It's perfect for
people-watching on La Rambla.
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La Rambla 74
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Map L4
This relaxed, arty café is
furnished with flea market finds,
and the mismatched tables and
chairs give it a boho-chic feel.
There are delicious croissants at
breakfast, huge salads at lunch-
time and killer cocktails in the
evenings.
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Rambla de Raval 22
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Map K4
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60 788 04 43
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Bar Kasparo
This laid-back, outdoor café
serves a sprightly menu of fresh,
international fare with an Asiatic
twist, including chicken curry and
Greek salad. After the sun dips
beneath the horizon, a bar-like
vibe takes over, fuelled by beer
and cider.
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Pl Vicenç Martorell 4
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Map L2
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Closed Jan
Tèxtil Cafè
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All food and drink names are given in Catalan, but in many cases
the Castilian variant is used just as commonly.
